Valentine's Day parties for singles

You’re single. It’s Valentine’s Day. It sucks. We get it. Quit the pity party and call up your crew of single friends. It’s time to party. You just might even meet that special someone on the dance floor. Party with Lil Kim at FLUXX or with Joanna Krupa at PCD Dollhouse, bid on a bachelor for a good cause at Ivy Nightclub or blow off the entire downtown scene to get wild with drag divas at Lips.

Discover the best 2013 Valentine’s Day parties for singles.

Lil Kim Live at FLUXX – Thursday, Feb. 14

How many licks does it take ‘til you get to the dance floor at FLUXX? The Queen B Lil Kim is celebrating Valentine’s Day in San Diego with a live mash-up performance of her greatest hits. From the old school days of “Big Momma Thang” to “The Jump Off” revival, and of course “How Many Licks?” with Sisqo, Lil Kim makes her local nightclub debut at FLUXX. 21+, $15+ cover. fluxxsd.com

Andaz Goes Red: Valentine’s Day Date Auction – Thursday, Feb. 14

If you’re single and looking for love this Valentine’s Day, cancel your Rom Com marathon plans and instead dress up and head downtown to the Andaz Hotel. Ivy Nightclub is teaming up with Energy 103.7 FM to host a bachelor auction, with proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women campaign. Cocktail hour kicks off with a bachelor meet & greet at 6:30pm, followed by the auction at 8pm. Hint: Start saving now for Christopher Lynch, named Cosmopolitan’s Bachelor of the Year 2011. Preview the guys at energy1037.com. 21+, free with RSVP. ivyentertainmentsandiego.com

Joanna Krupa Guest Hosts at PCD Dollhouse – Saturday, Feb. 16

San Diego’s own Pussycat Dolls nightclub is going big for Valentine’s Day weekend. The ‘real housewife’ of Miami Joanna Krupa is traveling west to take over the PCD Dollhouse on Saturday night. Known for her appearances on “Dancing with the Stars” and “Real Housewives of Miami,” the Polish-American model will dance with the dolls to beats by DJ Decon. 21+, free for guest list before 10:30pm. pcdsd.com

Casual Encounters Party at Quality Social – Thursday, Feb. 14

The home of the Pickleback shot is spicing things up for Valentine’s Day. Calling all local singles, Quality Social’s second annual Casual Encounters Party will feature a classic burlesque show by the ladies of Keyhole Cabaret, set to seductive beats by DJ Mike Delgado. Head in early for an aphrodisiac-inspired dinner menu for one, two or three, served ‘til 10pm. 21+, free. qualitysocial.com

5th Annual Valentine’s Day Prom at Lips – Thursday, Feb. 14

If club-hopping in search of that special someone sounds like a drag, switch up your Valentine’s Day routine with a little help from San Diego’s leading queens. Lips offers a drag dinner show experience, and during the prom redemption party, ‘Cher’ will host a themed drag show and costume contest for best and worst prom looks. Bonus: bring a 'celeb' as your date. $29.95. Must make reservations. lipssd.com

The Hottie Hook-Up at Miller’s Field – Thursday, Feb. 14

Take part in a live dating game, Pacific Beach-style, Thursday night at Miller’s Field. Here is how you play The Hottie Hook-Up: three eligible bachelors will blindly compete for one woman. The lady with the power will ask the contestants a series of questions. Identities will be revealed after she chooses her man. During the game, drink $2 Skyy, $3 wells and domestics, plus more specials. 21+, free. millersfield.com